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Nellie Bly
Popularly known by her pen name Nellie Bly, Elizabeth Cochran was an American journalist and writer who was a pioneer in the field of investigative journalism. She started a new trend in reporting that earned her recognition as an undercover reporter. At a time when women reporters were generally restricted to ‘women’s page’ reporting, Bly covered wider issues beyond just gardening or lifestyle and concentrated on slum life and other important topics. Though most of her works were based on throwing light at the appalling condition of women in the society, and the need to uplift them, she is best remembered for her work on an asylum exposé in 1887 in which she faked insanity to get into a mental asylum and reported about the horrific condition of the mental patients. Also, her 1889 record-breaking trip around the world in 72 days, in emulation of Jules Verne's fictional character Phileas Fogg, was a historic move for a woman at that time.
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Born
May 5, 1864
Birth Place
Cochran's Mills, Pennsylvania
Nationality
American
Sun Sign
Taurus
Also Known As
Elizabeth Jane Cochran, Elisabeth Cochrane Seaman, Elisabeth Jane Cochrane
Famous As
Journalist
Died At Age
57
Place Of Death
New York City
Spouse(s)
Robert Seaman
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Pennsylvania Capital-Star

Nellie Bly push looses steam, funding source as budget negotiations continue

Gov. Tom Wolf’s second attempt at creating the Nellie Bly Scholarship Program, a potential lifeline for students at Pennsylvania’s 14 state-system schools with unmet financial need, will likely not be part of the fiscal 2021-22 state budget, its sponsor says.  The post Nellie Bly push looses steam, funding source as budget negotiations continue appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
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The World of Nellie Bly (virtual)

As part of Remake Learning Days 2021, families are invited to join Heinz History Center educators to uncover the story of trailblazing journalist and Pittsburgh native Nellie Bly. During this virtual program, Nellie herself will call in all the way from 1891 to share stories from her whirlwind trip around...
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A risky wager? What supporters and opponents are saying about Wolf’s Nellie Bly scholarship proposal

The Wolf administration has touted the plan as a way to boost higher education funding for students in need, and to relieve some of the pressure the commonwealth is feeling from the ongoing “brain drain” crisis and declining enrollment at state-system schools. The post A risky wager? What supporters and opponents are saying about Wolf’s Nellie Bly scholarship proposal appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
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Record-breaking Nellie Bly paved the way for female journalists with her tenacity

March is all about celebrating womanhood, and throughout the month we'll be honoring influential women in history whose inspirational stories helped pave the way for female empowerment and progress. These advocates and pioneers have contributed incredible things to not only women's history, but to the history of the United States as a whole, and are an inspiration to young girls everywhere.
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Women’s History Month Heroes You Should Know: Nellie Bly

Happy Women’s History Month! This is the 11th blog of a series of blogs called “Women’s History Month Heroes You Should Know”. This series will be a collection of my research into little-known American women who have made history in one way or another (or multiple ways!). The focus of...
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The Incredible Nellie Bly: Journalist, Investigator, Feminist, Philanthropist (Abrams Comic Arts), by Luciana Cimino and Sergio Algozzino

At a time when doors were shut against women entering the professions, Nellie Bly pulled them open. The story of this pioneering female journalist is told here in graphic biography form, with short captions and bold visuals. Heartened by her mother’s decision to divorce the violent man who became Bly’s stepfather, she was determined never to become dependent on a husband. To that end, she sought a job with media baron Joseph Pulitzer in 1880s New York. Her investigative reporting lifted the lid on squalid conditions in that city’s factories and mental institutions. The Incredible Nellie Bly’s new edition is a translation of the Italian original, evidence of the global spread of her legend.
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Gov. Tom Wolf proposes creation of Nellie Bly scholarship

Two members of the Apollo Area Historical Society (AAHS) are pleased that a proposed state scholarship has been named after pioneering journalist Nellie Bly. “That is exciting that she is getting recognition here in Pennsylvania since most people think of her only in New York City,” Sue Ott of AAHS wrote via email. “And it’s good that it encourages young […]
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Nellie Bly Scholarship a step in the right direction in lowering college costs

That it’s not your granddad’s job market anymore has long been apparent. The days when you could feed your family with the sweat of your brow alone vanished decades ago. In Pennsylvania today, fully 60% of the jobs available require some kind of degree, certification or licensure. But only 47% of available workers have these credentials. Clearly, more needs to be done to prepare workers for the kinds of jobs that can help them move forward with their lives and careers.